Electric cars have been actually around for more than a century. Shocked? Yes, cars powered by batteries are nothing new. The first ever commercially available battery powered car was available in 1881. After the end of the First World War, petrol cars came into vogue and the electric car died out. With global warming on the rise now, they are back in circulation.

​Electric cars leave no carbon footprints behind them if powered with solar, nuclear or kinetic energy. They also offer quieter and smoother performance compared to regular vehicles. Though, the initial cost of buying an electric car is more, the day-to-day costs of running the vehicle are less. Apart from wiper blades and tyres, they require little maintenance. They are ideal for urban areas. Research is being done to come up with improved models which increase driving speeds, reduce battery recharging time , weight and cost. ​​